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Cairns Airport (CNS)

Cairns is best-known as the gateway to Queensland's tropical north, especially to the iconic Great Barrier Reef, the Atherton Tablelands and the Daintree Rainforest - the world's oldest tropical rainforest. Appreciated for its laid-back, tropical vibes, the city itself is a hub of trendy cafes and alfresco dining. But it's the outdoors lifestyle that brings endless visitors to this Australian city. Whether it's dipping in the fresh waters of Crystal Cascades, meandering through rainforests, exploring the wonders of Fitzroy Island, or simply chilling out in the Cairns Esplanade Swimming Lagoon, this city has a lot to offer for outdoor enthusiasts. Ensure your trip to or from Cairns gets off to a great start by booking your airport transfer on Jayride.com today.

Cairns Airport is seventh busiest airport in Australia for international passengers, serving more than 5 million passengers every year, and is located 7km from the city centre. During the Second World War, the airport was used by the Royal Australian Air Force. Today, it is a base for the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia. Book your airport transfer on Jayride.com to avoid airport parking fees and taxi queues, and save yourself the worry of navigating a new city.

Cairns Airport is split into two terminals - T1 (International Terminal) and T2 (Domestic Terminal) - both are connected by a walkway. Free WiFi is available in T1 for up to one hour per 12-hour period, while in T2, it can be accessed for a 30 minute period (additional time can be purchased). ATMs and Travelex exchange desks can be found within both terminals for any last minute currency needs.

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Top things to do in and around Cairns

Tick off your bucket list and snorkel the Great Barrier Reef, the world's largest coral reef system, which is even visible from space. No trip to Cairns is complete without a trip out to this UNESCO World Heritage Site.

Take a ferry to Fitzroy Island and kayak to see the Great Barrier Reef, hike in rainforest or simply enjoy the beaches. Other picturesque islands to visit include Green Island and Hinchinbrook Island, Australia's largest national park island.

Enjoy the serenity of the Cairns Botanic Gardens.

Indulge in the city's cafe culture with a brunch in one of the many lovely cafes along Grafton Street.

Head to the Daintree Rainforest, two hours north of Cairns. Known for its exceptional biodiversity and home to the 600-million-year-old Zamia Fern, this is the oldest rainforest on the planet.

Hop on the Skyrail Rainforest Cableway and enjoy the 7.5km scenic journey through the world's oldest surviving rainforest.

Take a relaxing dip in the Cairns Esplanade Swimming Lagoon, located at the heart of the city.